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2020 PRESS KIT

LEXUS UX 300e

INTRODUCTION THE NEW UX 300e

l The UX 300e, the first all-electric vehicle from Lexus, combines the brand’s world-class refinement and quietness levels with a new ‘Lexus Electrified’ driving experience

l Sharing the striking design and ‘Takumi’ craftsman-ship of the original UX

l Legendary Lexus reliability and battery durability found-ed on 15 years of leadership in hybrid electrification

l Unique Lexus ‘Omotenashi’ ownership experience including a Lexus home charger, seamless access to Europe’s largest charging network and Lexus Link connected services app

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Based on Lexus’ best-selling UX urban crossover, the first all-electric Lexus leverages 15 years of leadership in electrified hybrids. Timed perfectly to benefit from Europe’s improved charging infrastructure and the rapid growth of interest in luxury electric vehicles, the UX 300e will provide a near-silent driving experience that is both dynamic and razor-sharp.

With the all-electric UX 300e, Lexus takes its ’Lexus Electrification‘ vision to the next level. How-ever, first and foremost, this is a Lexus, and nothing has been overlooked. The first Lexus BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) offers exceptional craftsmanship, build quality, comfort and quietness. From studying BEV noise patterns, specific actions like bespoke BEV tyres and wheel-arch liners that reduce noise caused by stones, grit or water spraying up from the road, were taken to reduce in-cabin noise significant-ly. Leaving no stone unturned, even the car’s drive-by-wire selector has been shaped by hand.

Also high on Chief Engineer Takashi Watanabe’s ‘must have’ list was ‘fun’, which has resulted in a BEV driving experience that is dynamic yet extremely refined. This is due mainly to the car’s low centre of gravity, a characteristic of the UX platform (GA-C), helped in this case by locating the battery beneath the vehicle body and the electric motor low in the

engine bay. The UX 300e also boasts bespoke suspension and steering, with elements of the Lexus advanced posture control, which was showcased on the new LF-30 Electrified concept.

The UX 300e also benefits from 15 years of Lexus leadership in electrification. With over 1,8 million Lexus electrified hybrids around the globe today, of which 450.000 are in Europe, the UX 300e engi-neering team was able to leverage unequalled know-how in battery design, manufacturing and battery management systems.

Finally, the new UX 300e welcomes owners to Lexus’ unique ownership experience that is unmatched by other premium BEVs. This means, for example, helping UX 300e customers with multiple charging solutions – at home with a Lexus charging station and on the move using a full-service solution called ‘Lexus Charging Network’ that was developed together with Digital Charging Solutions GmbH, a leader in the field of seamless and convenient digital charging solutions. When fully rolled out, this service will allow access to Europe’s largest network of around 160.000 public charging stations. This is accessible using the Lexus Link connectivity app that was created to complement the luxury brand’s famed ‘Omotenashi’ customer-cen-tric service philosophy.

“For the new UX 300e crossover, we’ve created an electrified driving experience that is unique to Lexus,”

UX 300e Chief Engineer Takashi Watanabe

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LEXUS ELECTRIFIED

Having launched the world’s first premium electri-fied hybrid, the RX 400h, in 2005, Lexus intro-duced the first V8 hybrid flagship in 2008 and broke new ground again in 2011 with the CT 200h hybrid compact. More recently, Lexus engineers developed a new high-performance Multi Stage Hybrid for the LS 500h and LC 500h models, and the latest 4th generation Lexus Self-Charging Hybrid system launched last year on the UX 250h and ES 300h. Today, Lexus offers no fewer than ten different hybrid models.

Unveiled at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show along-side the LF-30 ‘Electrified’ concept, the luxury carmaker’s new ’Lexus Electrified‘ vision targets a fundamental leap in vehicle performance, han-dling, control and driver enjoyment - even as mo-bility within society continues to change with au-tonomous driving and vehicle electrification.

Evoking the original fun of driving, Lexus is now developing an integrated approach to electric mo-tor control and other electrification technologies to further evolve driving pleasure and to funda-mentally transform the essence of luxury vehicles of the future. Towards this end, Lexus engineers can draw on the lessons learned developing the core technologies found in the highly successful ten-model Lexus Self-Charging Hybrid range, such as battery management, power control mod-ules and electric motors.

With the UX 300e spearheading this quantum shift at Lexus, ’Lexus Electrified’ includes the de-velopment of next-generation HEVs, PHEVs, BEVs and FCVs. Moving forward, Lexus plans to expand its electrified vehicle line-up: the first Lexus PHEV and a new dedicated BEV (all-elec-tric) platform will be launched early this decade.

A LEXUS ‘BEST-SELLER’ GOES ELECTRIC

The UX 300e is the newest member of the UX compact crossover family that Lexus launched early in 2019. Since then, the UX has quickly be-come the best-selling Lexus in Europe. More than 30.000 have been sold so far, claiming a record 4,3 per cent segment share for Lexus. As the first production model under the ’Lexus Electrified’ banner, the all-electric UX 300e was developed for exciting urban performance. Lexus engineers kept the distinctive design and utility characteristics of the UX crossover intact and focused on the op-portunity to build on the performance advantages unique to BEVs.

Optimised for urban driving, the UX 300e’s all-new BEV drivetrain features a high-output 150 kW (204 DIN hp) electric motor/generator that lends the car a natural-yet-brisk acceleration char-acter. It is powered by a newly developed high-ca-pacity 54 kilowatt-hour battery located directly underneath the floor of the cabin which delivers 400 km of range in the NEDC cycle, correspond-ing to 305-315 km of range in the WLTP cycle depending on options, such as wheel size etc.

Like the rest of the UX family, the UX 300e adopts Lexus’ new Global Architecture - Compact (GA-C) platform. This lightweight yet super-rigid structure (made even stronger by the underfloor battery and cross members which support it), combined with the car’s low centre of gravity (due to the battery and electric motor position) and refined suspension tuning, endow the UX 300e with exemplary steering precision, handling agility and ride comfort, along with a distinctive ‘Lexus Electrified’ driving character.

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WORLD-CLASS ELECTRIFIED QUALITY

To ensure the first Lexus BEV embodies the same world-class quality that is a hallmark of all Lexus cars, the UX 300e will be built alongside electrified hybrid models at Lexus’ award-winning Kyushu plant, with production overseen by ‘Takumi’ master craftspeo-ple. Here, attention to detail is everywhere, from the beautiful hand-sanded paintwork to the cleanroom assembly of electric components. At the plant, an elite team stitches the leather seats with a design inspired by ‘sashiko’, a traditional Japanese quilting technique which brings both strength and a distinctive style to the upholstery. Before shipping, every UX 300e will be checked for perfection in a ‘Quiet Room’ facility by Takumi craftspeople. Here they use their finely trained ears and fingertips to detect and rectify unwanted noise and vibrations within the cabin.

EUROPE: A KEY MARKET FOR THE FIRST ALL-ELECTRIC LEXUS

The UX 300e has been launched in selected Euro-pean markets in the second half of 2020, and from 2021 in the rest of Europe. Spearheading the compa-ny’s ’Lexus Electrified’ vision, it is expected to make up as much as one third of UX sales by 2022. Following the success of the other UX models, the UX 300e launch is perfectly timed to meet the growing demand for premium quality BEVs. While most urban areas in Europe are relatively well served in terms of charging stations, the UX 300e is expected to have broadest appeal in countries with highly-developed charging infrastructures such as Norway, the Netherlands, Germany and the UK, and to entice ’urban explorers’ attracted to the flexibility of a luxury crossover that is agile and fun to drive in the city.

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ELECTRIFIED CROSSOVER DESIGN Like the rest of the UX family, the new UX 300e showcases Lexus design features like the signature grille, sculpted character lines and athletic coupé-like roofline. To the front, distinctive daytime running lights are arranged in an ar-rowhead motif above the headlights, emphasizing the Lexus L-shaped lighting signature. These appear like brows above the standard single-projector dual-beam LED headlights or the optional ultra-small 3-projector LED units.

Closer inspection of the UX 300e reveals exclusive 17” or 18” wheels, a distinctive ‘Electric’ side emblem, with discreet DC and AC charging inlet covers on the left and right rear quarters respectively.

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EXCLUSIVE 17“ OR 18“ WHEELS

Created especially for the first all-elec-tric Lexus, a choice of exclusive 17” or 18“ wheels are offered on the UX 300e, both finished in medium grey. As on the UX, the 17“ wheels are ’aero ventilating’ and feature flaps on each side of the spokes. These are similar in shape to the ‘Gurney flap’ which is installed on the rear wing of Formula 1 race cars to regulate the airflow and create vor-tices that increase downforce. This innova-tive new wheel design enables more con-fident driving by providing stable braking performance, increasing cooling efficiency and reducing turbulence along the sides of the car.

ENHANCED AERODYNAMICS

In addition to the UX’s aerodynamic rear combination light, which reduces air pressure changes by about 16 per cent and contributes to excellent rear stability during cornering as well as in side winds, the UX 300e is equipped with aerody-namic shutters in the lower front grille. Depending on the battery state, the shut-ters are opened and closed automatically to reduce the UX 300e’s coefficient of drag to 0,31. In situations where the air-flow generated through driving exceeds what is required for cooling, the shutters are closed to optimise the airflow enter-ing through the grille. Also unique to the UX 300e, the car’s underfloor covers have been enlarged and the bottom sur-face of the battery has been made flat and smooth, creating an aerodynamic under-body structure.

BESPOKE DESIGN FEATURES

As first presented on the UX, the new UX 300e features a cabin inspired by an established Japanese architectural concept where the inside and outside are seamlessly connected. This unique approach gives the driver a better sense of the extremities of the car, making it much easier to manoeuvre in tight urban spaces.

As with all UX models, everything of im-portance is positioned around the driv-er, with all the controls falling naturally to hand (there’s even a clever centre con-sole with a palm rest that has the audio controls built in). For the first all-elec-tric Lexus, the driving instruments have been specially designed with a digital speedometer creating a sporty look, a driving range indicator and a four-level deceleration indicator.

Another central point of interaction for the UX 300e driver is the finely crafted drive selector. Replacing the conven-tional gearshift, this fits snugly in the driv-er’s palm and applies Lexus’ very latest ‘shift-by-wire’ technology to create a premium feel for controlling reverse/neutral/drive. Additionally, the operation stroke has been shortened to enable rapid shifting.

To the rear, the exclusive UX 300e rear seats are heated and specially designed to seamlessly accommodate both pas-sengers and the battery beneath.

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The new UX 300e crossover package is ideal for electrified urban driving. While the 2.640 mm wheel-base contributes to a smooth, stable ride and cabin roominess, the 4.495 mm length and best-in-segment 10,4 m curb-to-curb turning diameter help make this all-electric Lexus easy to manoeuvre and convenient to park. As part of the UX family, the overall visibility in the UX 300e is enhanced by a low bonnet enabled by the new (GA-C) platform and the low-mounted drivetrain.

With the compact lithium-ion battery installed below the rear seats and under the cabin floor, rear space is hardly compromised at all compared to other UX models (16,4 mm less rear headroom), whilst the boot space is actually increased by 47 litres (deck to lug-gage cover) to 367 litres (loaded to luggage cover) compared to the UX 250h hybrid. Finally, a hands-free power rear tailgate makes loading the UX more convenient.

INTELLIGENT BATTERY PACKAGING

UX 300e difference from UX UX

Rear heel height 335 +54 281

Rear hip point 623 +16 607

Rear headroom 953,2 -16,4 969,6

Couple distance 875 +7,5 868

unit: mm

( ): Compared to UX

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The UX 300e is a fully-fledged Lexus with its own specially crafted BEV drivetrain. Developed to deliver class-leading refinement and performance, and lever-aging Lexus’ unique experience in building over 1,8 mil-lion electrified hybrids since 2005, the first all-electric Lexus features a newly developed front-wheel-drive BEV system equipped with a large-capacity lithium ion battery and a high-output electric motor.

The new UX 300e showcases the very latest lithi-um-ion battery technology including a high-density

electrode and advanced electrode stacking structure. Carefully sized for the real-world needs of urban cus-tomers in Europe, the UX 300e’s battery is designed to deliver a good balance of optimal range (up to 315 km WLTP) and dynamic driving performance. This range meets customer requirements for an ur-ban compact vehicle. It also allows for a more com-pact and lightweight battery, which contributes to the overall efficiency of the UX. And of course, it improves packaging, enabling the space and practicality that is expected from an urban crossover.

ELECTRIFIED PERFORMANCE

“Sitting in the new UX 300e, drivers will instantly appreciate its human-centric design and amazing attention to detail. As their journey progresses, they’ll sense how we’ve taken legendary Lexus values like quietness, reliabili-ty and the three C’s (comfort, control and confidence) to new levels.”

UX 300e Chief Engineer Takashi Watanabe

PCUMotor

Battery pack

DC charger inlet

Water heater

AC charger

AC charger inlet

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Battery capacity kWh 54,3

Cruising range (NEDC) km 400

Cruising range (WLTP) km 305-315 (*)

System output kW 150

System Torque Nm 300

0-100km/h seconds 7,5

Top Speed km/h 160

MAIN UX 300e COMPONENTS:

AC CHARGER: This device takes AC electricity supplied via the charge port and converts it to DC power for charging the main battery.

AC / DC CHARGE PORTS: These allow the BEV to connect to an external power supply in order to charge the battery pack.

ELECTRIC MOTOR: The UX 300e’s compact new 150 kW electric motor/generator drives the front wheels and generates electricity when braking or coasting.

INVERTER: This converts DC power to AC to drive the electric motors.

LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACK: The UX 300e’s newly developed battery has a 288-cell, 54,3 kWh battery pack located under the cabin floor and rear seat, ensuring a low centre of gravity.

POWER CONTROL UNIT (PCU): Leveraging know-how from Lexus Self-Charging Hybrids, the new PCU unit manages the flow of electrical energy within the car.

REGENERATIVE BRAKING: As on Lexus Self-Charging Hybrids, the UX 300e BEV is equipped with a regenerative braking system.

TRANSAXLE: The motor/generator, speed reduc-tion mechanism and differential are all housed in an ultra-compact, newly developed BEV transaxle.

UX 300e PERFORMANCE

The UX 300e’s BEV system has been engineered to ensure the electric motor’s powerful low-speed torque is maximized to deliver an instant linear response. Ac-celeration characteristics have also been optimised to suit urban driving situations: at low throttle (stop-start driving, etc.), the controllability of vehicle speed is pri-oritised, while at mid-to-high throttle (merging onto motorways, etc.), the focus is on continuous powerful acceleration.

To realise a refined drive, the UX 300e’s all-new PCU allows effortless driving with minimal accelerator in-

put. In fact, Lexus engineers went so far as to ensure smooth acceleration even when the driver’s acceler-ator pedal operations are slightly erratic. In addition, for a more comfortable ride, irregular vehicle speed fluctuations are reduced, even with varying road sur-face gradients.

For engaging performance in situations such as fre-quent stop-and-go driving in the city and navigating winding roads, the UX 300e’s deceleration can be controlled in four levels using the paddle shifters locat-ed behind the steering wheel.

PURE LINEAR ACCELERATION, ENGAGING 4-LEVEL DECELERATION

(*) depending on options, such as wheel size etc.

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PRECISION-ENGINEERED TRANSAXLE

For the UX 300e, Lexus engineers developed a compact new BEV transaxle to deliver class-leading drivetrain performance and exceedingly low noise levels. Featuring a 3-shaft layout and reduction gear mechanism to allow high motor speeds, the UX 300e design team left no stone unturned in creating this sin-gle speed transmission: areas of improvement includ-ed gear tooth surface polishing, adding a sound-proof cover and optimising the transaxle’s lubrication system.

HIGH-PERFORMANCE MOTOR / GENERATOR

Compact and lightweight, the UX 300e’s newly de-veloped motor/generator was engineered to deliv-er the extremely refined power required for the first Lexus BEV. Realising both high output and efficiency, the rotor core shape has been optimised to accom-modate high rotation speeds, while the rotor’s per-manent magnets have been segmented to decrease current losses, thus reducing power consumption.

NEW POWER CONTROL UNIT (PCU)

For higher output and driving range, a compact new PCU has been developed. With all components re-designed to handle the large currents associated with a BEV, the PCU is installed on the engine compart-ment’s main cross member, thus reducing noise and vibrations. Lexus engineers also developed a new

power card which is 36 per cent more compact than that on the UX 250h, thereby reducing the weight of the unit while extending the car’s driving range. The PCU also has a DC-DC converter that constantly supplies power from the BEV’s high-voltage system to its 12 V system.

ALL-NEW LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACK

Installed under the cabin floor and rear seat, the UX 300e is powered by a newly developed 54,3 kWh battery pack made up of 288 large-capacity lithium ion battery cells. Carefully sized to offer an optimum balance of range and driving performance, the clever positioning of the battery allows for a large-capacity battery pack while also contributing to lowering the car’s centre of gravity and creating 47 litres of addi-tional luggage space compared to the UX 250h.

For maximum control, battery voltage sensors have been adopted to monitor the voltage of each battery cell and block, as well as the battery cell temperature. This enhanced level of battery voltage detection, in tandem with the car’s advanced Battery Management System, results in maximum usable battery cell capac-ity, leading to an extended driving range.

The UX 300e battery pack has also been cleverly in-tegrated into the BEV’s body frame, while the cross members securing the pack contribute to its body strength. For a long and trouble-free service life, the battery pack is fitted with rubber seals to protect it from all forms of water and dust. For battery longevity, the UX 300e also features advanced cooling and heating systems.

Extreme heat reduces both battery life and BEV per-formance. For this reason, Lexus engineers working on the new UX 300e developed a sophisticated air-cooled system for the battery cells which is both safer and lighter than water-cooled systems and additionally provides air conditioning for the cabin. Benefitting from over 15 years of experience with hybrid batteries, refrigerated air ensures that stable battery output can be attained even under extreme

battery load conditions, such as at high speed and during repeated rapid charging. With no danger of the leaks sometimes associated with liquid cooling, the system works by circulating cooled air inside the sealed battery pack. The system has been optimised to enhance the UX 300e’s performance, battery life and charging performance as well as the interior comfort.

BATTERY COOLING / AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

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BATTERY HEATING SYSTEM

Because battery output decreases in cold weather, Lex-us developed a heating element system under each of the battery modules. This minimises the impact of cold weather on the UX 300e’s driving range, ensuring full power is available from the start. With this heating system, maximum battery output can be achieved even in extremely cold conditions (-30°C), with a charging time reduced from 25 hours without the heating system to only 8h15. While the battery heaters are operating, the DC/DC converter decreases the high voltage out-put of the battery so that maximum power can be sup-plied to the 12V auxiliary power sources and heaters.

BATTERY DURABILITY AND RECYCLING

Designed to last the entire life of the UX 300e and equipped with an advanced battery management sys-tem, the lithium-ion battery pack delivers over 300 km of range and has been developed for minimum dete-rioration.

Importantly for the planet, when the UX 300e reach-es the end of its life span, Lexus has a take-back scheme to ensure it is recycled safely and responsibly. Currently Lexus is retrieving more than 90 per cent of its batteries in Europe, but the aim is to achieve a 100 per cent take-back rate through all operations.

10-YEAR EV BATTERY EXTENDED CARE

With all the above-mentioned measures, Lexus is con-fidently offering a 10-year (or up to 1.000.000 km) ex-tended care on all functional defects of the BEV main

battery and capacity degradation below 70%, provided that the regular health checks foreseen in the mainte-nance program are executed through the Lexus net-work. By default, a manufacturer warranty of 8 years (or 160.000 km) will apply only in case of degradation of the BEV battery capacity retention below 70%, and 5 years (or 100.000 km) on all functional defects of the BEV main battery.

In addition to the battery extended care, the UX 300e owner will benefit from the 3-year vehicle warranty and 5-year cover (or 100.000 km) on drivetrain defects.

SEAMLESS CHARGING TECHNOLOGY

A high-output, high-efficiency charging system offer-ing excellent usability has been developed for the new UX 300e. To reduce running costs, it features a char-ger with a water-cooled cooling system, increasing the maximum output to 6,6 kW.

An AC charger port for normal charging is installed seamlessly on the right-side quarter panel of the UX 300e, whilst a DC charger port for rapid charging is fitted on the left side. For maximum comfort, the AC and DC charger ports feature a push-open type charger lid, making them easy to open. A charger inlet lamp is fitted to assist drivers charging at night and a charger lid lock system prevents opening and tampering by third par-ties. For added comfort, the ‘My Room’ mode (a Lexus first) enables electrical equipment such as air condition-ing and audio to be used whilst the UX 300e is being charged.

With a 2,3 kW charging cable (supplied with the vehicle)

With a 6,6 kW charging cable (stand)

System voltage 230 V 230 V

Charging current

10 A 32 A

Charging time About 24 h About 8 h 15 min

NORMAL CHARGING TIME – 0–100%

Note: The charging times given are approximate. The time required until completion of charging may vary due to factors such as the charge level of the drive battery , the external temperature, and the normal charger (stand) specifications. When using the charging cable that comes with the vehicle, charging will be at about 2,3 kW. For charging at 6,6 kW, a normal charger (stand) with a maximum power supply of 32 A or greather is required.

AC CHARGING AT HOME OR ON PUBLIC CHARGERS

This charging method uses the AC outlet and charging cable that comes with the UX 300e, or the cable from a normal 6,6kW charger in the street. Home chargers (wallbox) use the same cable as the public charger. Interesting detail to mention is a clev-er maximum charge level setting that enables a user living at the top of a hill, for instance, to select a lower maximum charge level to ensure that just enough battery capacity remains after charging to allow for regenerative charging when descending the hill.

The UX 300e’s charging system also allows the owner to schedule charging times. For example, charging can start at a desired time, or be completed by a pre-set departure time, or can start at the same time every day, etc.

RAPID DC CHARGING ON THE MOVE

Using the DC charging inlet on the left side of the UX 300e, the owner can avail of the rapid chargers displayed in the Lexus Link app at shopping centres, petrol stations, in town centres or at most Lexus deal-erships. Rapid DC charging enables much shorter charging times (0% to 80% in 50 minutes at 50kW or more) compared to normal charging.

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The new UX 300e delivers agile handling and pure, direct ac-celeration, giving the driver a great sense of confidence and pre-cise control. With its low centre of gravity and all heavier com-ponents concentrated at the car’s centre, cornering enjoyment is enhanced, while the strengthened chassis and extra rigidity of the battery unit contribute to precise steering. Thanks to the car’s distinctive Lexus character - the result of expert tuning by two highly accomplished Takumi drivers - the UX 300e owner will enjoy pure linear acceleration along with four rhythmic and natural deceleration modes.

ELECTRIFIED DRIVING EXPERIENCE

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ADVANCED POSTURE CONTROL

Newly developed shock absorbers for the UX 300e help create a linear steering feel and control vehicle posture. For models equipped with 18” wheels, the friction characteristics of the oil seals, rod guide, oil and piston band have been optimised, suppressing unnec-essary movement of the sprung weight. Working with the Takumi drivers, the UX 300e’s suspension has been tuned to provide the appropriate wheel rate and damp-ing to quell any uncomfortable pitching.

For a more direct and precise steering feel, a reinforce-ment brace has been added to the steering gearbox on the front suspension member. This addition ensures ex-tra responsiveness the instant the driver begins to turn, realising the deep and clear steering feel that is charac-teristic of a Lexus.

UPGRADED BRAKES AND TYRES

On the UX 300e, ventilated discs are fitted front and rear, improving the braking performance of the first all-electric Lexus. The shape of the front brake dust cover has also been optimised to ensure excellent cooling performance.

Summer tyres, designed to achieve superior ride qual-ity, are available on the UX 300e. The 18” tyres high-light the BEV’s quality feeling and quietness while em-phasizing exceptional handling stability. The 17” tyres offer the lowest RRC (Rolling Resistance Coefficient) among similar tyres and provide both high respon-siveness and excellent NV performance, while also contributing to a longer driving range.

ENHANCED CHASSIS RIGIDITY

For class-leading steering precision and driving re-finement, the high-performance level of the UX’s GA-C platform has been further enhanced by the extra rigidity of the UX 300e’s underfloor battery which is secured by cross members. An angular frame construction at the rear of the car and strengthened BEV transaxle mounting complete the UX 300e’s ex-tremely rigid chassis. Turn, realising the deep and clear steering feel that is characteristic of a Lexus.

CLASS-LEADING NVH LEVELS

While all BEVs are naturally quiet, the UX 300e goes the extra mile and suppresses nearly all outside distur-bances such as wind and gravel noise which would be otherwise noticeable in a conventional car. The legend-ary Lexus focus on minimising NVH (noise, vibration,

harshness) allows the driver to relax in the tranquillity of the UX 300e cabin. While the thickness and weight of the battery pack under the cabin floor act as a sound-in-sulating barrier, underfloor covers and fender liners have been added to reduce the amount of noise caused by contact with small stones, dirt, water and road. Complet-ing the sense of tranquillity, acoustic glass has been used to reduce high frequency wind noise.

ACTIVE SOUND CONTROL (ASC)

Every element of the UX 300e driving experience has been electrified - from the smoothness of the drivetrain to the sophisticated cabin sound delivered by Active Sound Control (ASC). Created in collaboration with a professional composer, ASC creates an accelera-tion-sensitive BEV sound via the central speaker. Should the driver wish to travel in total tranquillity, ASC can be deactivated at the push of a button.

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A hallmark of all Lexus cars, the UX 300e uses innovative technology to make its owner’s life more enjoyable. These include advanced features such as heat-ed seats for all occupants and a heated steering wheel for cold mornings. Or the Touch Pad-controlled 10,3-inch Lexus Premium Navigation with over-the-air map updates and seamless smartphone connectivity provided by Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto®.

ELECTRIFIED OWNERSHIP EXPERIENCE

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As well as creating ‘Lexus Electrified’ technologies for the car itself, the UX 300e development team were determined to offer customers a world-class connec-tivity and charging experience – at home, on the road and in the city. To achieve this, in true Japanese Genchi Genbutsu (‘go and see’) fashion, they first conducted extensive research into the behaviour and expecta-tions of BEV owners.

‘LEXUS CHARGING NETWORK’ ACCESSED BY BESPOKE LEXUS LINK APP

Putting innovative technology at the heart of the UX 300e ownership experience, to achieve enjoyable and trouble-free driving in its first all-electric car, the Japanese luxury carmaker has launched a full-service solution called ‘Lexus Charging Network’. Developed together with Digital Charging Solutions GmbH*, a leader in the field of seamless and convenient digital charging solutions, with access to the largest charging network in Europe. The new service is accessible us-ing the ‘Lexus Link‘ connectivity app that was created to complement the brand’s famed ‘Omotenashi’ ser-vice philosophy.

When fully rolled out, the new Lexus Charging Net-work will provide access to Europe’s largest network of around 160.000 public charging stations, allowing UX 300e drivers to check availability, charging speed

and price per kWh. The Lexus Link’s Charging Sta-tion Finder quickly locates charging stations wherev-er owners drive in Europe and once they arrive at a charging station, they simply identify themselves using the Lexus Link app or an RFID card before charging.

Using the Lexus Charging Network, UX 300e own-ers will benefit from receiving only one contract and a single charging card for all participating charging stations, meaning they can charge in different coun-tries without the need for a large number of cards or contracts with other providers. Payment is made via a single monthly invoice.

The UX 300e’s Lexus Link app offers advanced connectivity features:

REMOTE CHARGING

With the Lexus Link app, drivers can check the charge level of their UX 300e at a glance via their mobile phone or view the BEV’s range both when the air con-ditioning is on and off, enabling them to judge whether the battery needs to be charged before driving. When the car is charging on AC power at home, it is possible to remotely read the time until charging is complete. A timer can also be set in accordance with the owner’s daily routine, to help ensure charging is completed be-fore a planned departure time.

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REMOTE DEFROSTER AND AIR CONDITIONING

The new UX300e gives the driver remote control of vehicle functions such as the defrosting and the air con-ditioning system that can be adjusted in 1°C increments from the comfort of the owner’s home or office. A de-frost setting can clear screens and warm the car so no time is wasted when leaving home; likewise, the cabin can be cooled down ready for departure on a hot day. The system will run for up to 20 minutes, so operation can be synchronised with the time the owner wants to begin their journey.

CHARGING STATION FINDER

This feature helps the owner locate charging stations all over Europe close to the UX 300e’s current location. Additionally, it is possible to search for other charging stations, check their address, opening hours and opera-tional status. The location of a selected charging station can be shared with a navigation app or the UX 300e’s multimedia system.

ADVANCED URBAN CONNECTIVITY

Alongside BEV-related tasks, Lexus Link already in-cludes many useful features:

l “Find my Car”: locates the UX 300e and guides the driver back to it.

l “Share to Car”: enables the driver to plan a route on another device and send it to their car, while ‘Car to Door’ guides them on foot to their final destination once they are parked.

l Driving Analytics: lets the driver track journeys, driv-ing style and highlight business trips.

l Service and Maintenance: helps the driver manage the care of their UX 300e.

l Warning Lights: for added reassurance, this function explains the meaning of each warning light and any action that should be taken.

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LEXUS SAFETY SYSTEM +

For class-leading safety performance and in com-mon with the rest of the UX family, the new UX 300e is equipped with the second-generation Lexus Safety System +, which comes as standard equipment in all EU countries.

Lexus Safety System + is a suite of active safety technologies developed to support the driver and reduce the likelihood and severity of potential ac-cidents. The system includes All-Speed Dynam-ic Radar Cruise Control, Pre-Collision System (PCS) with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Tracing Assist with Lane Departure Alert and Steering Assist, Road Sign Assist (RSA), and Intelligent High-Beam headlamps/Automatic High Beam (AHB) (or Adaptive High-beam System (AHS) as an option).

ADAPTIVE HIGH BEAM SYSTEM

LANE TRACING ASSIST FUNCTION

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THE NEW ALL-ELECTRIC LEXUS UX 300eVEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS

Major Dimensions & Vehicle Weights UX 300e FWD

Overall (Curb Mass) Length mm 4.495

Width Without Mirror mm 1.840

Height*1 mm 1.545

Wheelbase (Curb Mass) mm 2.640

Tread (Curb Mass)Front mm 1.560*2, 1.550*3

Rear mm 1.560*2, 1.550*3

Effective Head RoomFront mm 979,7, 948,3*4

Rear mm 953,2, 949,9*4

Effective Leg RoomFront mm 1.065,6

Rear mm 762,6

Shoulder RoomFront mm 1.398,5

Rear mm 1.338,4

Hip RoomFront mm 1.384,4

Rear mm 1.342,4

Interior

Length mm 1.830

Width mm 1.518

Height mm 1.108,9, 1.082,1*4

Couple Distance Front to Rear mm 875

Seating Capacity person 5

Overhang (Curb Weight)Front mm 970

Rear mm 885

Coefficient of Drag 0,31

Min. Running Ground Clearance (Curb Weight) mm 140

Location of Min. Running Ground Clearance Transaxle cover

Angle of Approach degrees 14,4

Angle of Departure degrees 25,8

Ramp Break Over Angle degrees 22,9

Curb Weight Front Min. - Max. (EC/ECE) kg 955 - 980

Rear Min. - Max. (EC/ECE) kg 830 - 860

Total Min. - Max. (EC/ECE) kg 1.785 - 1.840

Gross Vehicle Weight kg 2.245

Cargo Space

Capacity

Rear seats upright, loaded to luggage cover

L 367

Rear seats upright, loaded to the roof

L 486

Cargo Height mm 669 (26,34)

Cargo Length mm 831 (32,72)

Cargo Width mm1.336 (52,6), 1.255 (49,41)*5

Towing Capacity kg 0

Motor Generator

Motor TypePermanent magnet motor

Max. Output kW (ps) 150 (204)

Max. Torque Nm (kg-m) 300 (30,6)

EV Driving Range NEDC km 400

WLTP km315*2

305*3

Electric Energy Consumption Combined kWh/100km16,8*2

17,1*3

CO²

emissions Combined g/km 0

EV Battery

Battery Type Li-ion

Nominal Voltage V 355,2

Battery Capacity Ah 153

Total Battery Power kWh 54,35

Number of Battery Cells 288

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Battery Charger

Approx. Charging Time

230 V hApprox. 8h15 (32 A), Approx. 24h (10 A)

Quick Charge min.Approx. 50 (Max. 125 A)

Connector Type AC input (Normal Use) Type2

DC input (Quick Charge) CHAdeMO

Charger Output kWh 6,6

Performance

Max. Speed*6 km/h 160

Acceleration*6 0 to 100 km/h sec. 7,5

80 to 120 km/h sec. 5,3

Chassis

Transmission

TMC Code Name Q711

TypeTriple axes , 2-stage reduction

Layout FF

Differential Gear Ratio (Front / Rear) 11,691 / -

Brake TypeFront Ventilated Disc

Rear Ventilated Disc

Brake SizeFront Diameter / Thickness mm 305 / 28

Rear Diameter / Thickness mm 317 / 18

Parking Brake Type of Control and LocationElectrical Switch Type, Instrument Panel

Suspension TypeFront MacPherson Strut

Rear Trailing Wishbone

Lock to Lock 2,76

Min. Turning Radius

Curb to curb m 5,2

Wall to wall m5,23*2

5,22*3

Power Steering Type EPS

notes

*1: Unladen vehicles *2: Vehicles with 215/60R17 tires *3: Vehicles with 225/50R18 tires *4: With moon roof *5 : with sub woofer *6: In-house measured figures

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